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Briefing
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- SmartThings Wifi Network – Samsung Electronics America announced new SmartThings Wifi mesh network system for connecting multiple devices, such as laptops, tablets, phones, and household appliances to Internet
- AI-Based Network Optimization – Partnered with Plume to integrate artificial intelligence into system, intelligently allocating bandwidth across devices and optimizing band and frequency channels for faster connections
- Coverage – Each router has coverage of 1,500 square feet, with 3-pack system covering 4,500 square feet, and users able to expand coverage by purchasing additional mesh routers
- Pricing and Availability – SmartThings Wifi 3-pack retails for $279.99 and single device for $119.99, available on Samsung.com and retailers nationwide
- Other Updates – Include Zigbee, Z-wave, and Bluetooth 4.1 connectivity protocols for SmartThings Hub to connect devices over Wifi rather than Ethernet cable, as well as new line of sensors, such as water leak sensor, motion sensor, and multipurpose sensor
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